Poor bedside manner . . . ex-miner was distressed at the lack of available treatment options

A spokesman for the Royal United Hospital in Bath said: “No-one at the Trust would use such language in such circumstances to such a patient.
“We apologise to Mr Parfitt and his family if that is their perception.
“We have been and continue to be in contact with Mr Parfitt regarding his care and are working closely with our partners in the community to ensure the best outcomes for his health and comfort.”